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daydream37 · 07-07-2016, 08:05 PM

Sitting here in Pigeon Forge TN and looking at the map. I want to go to western NC but I am unsure about taking US 441 over the Smokies.

I have a 30ft gas Class A towing Focus. I have talked to two people about doing it. The 1st, an outfitter, said "no way". The 2nd, a Ranger, said it depended on my level of confidence. The ranger said that large tour busses traverse that area all the time and so do RV'S.

I would like some opinions from people who know the area before I make a decision.

twogypsies · 07-07-2016, 08:14 PM

Here is a YouTube on part of it and an forum posting from 2012:

http://www.rvforum.net/SMF_forum/ind...?topic=50330.0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5GNPPbPvoI

daydream37 · 07-08-2016, 06:03 AM

I have said this many times - I love this forum. Thanks everyone for your input.

daydream37 · 07-08-2016, 05:12 PM

Went over the top today in the TOAD (New Found Gap) and it is doable by motorhome. I saw a DP ahead of us doing quite well. The speed limit is 35 MPH and that is fine given the curves and hills. Also saw a gas Class A MH going towards Gatlinburg no problem.

I did this in preparation for our trip tomorrow but all for naught. We are going up to visit a friend up north in Elkin, NC. Thanks anyway.